79 White Road, Sandwell, SMETHWICK, B67 7PQ

a bay window and porch extension with mono-pitch roof

Authority: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Hughes L

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the streetscene
if any harm is caused, whether this is outweighed by material considerations including the occupant's need for the extension with regard to their personal circumstances

What decided it

The significant harm to the character and appearance of the streetscene caused by the incongruous box bay design, which disrupts the consistent architectural rhythm of the street, outweighs the moderate benefits to the occupant's personal circumstances relating to disability.

Plan policies cited: ENV3 of the Black Country Core Strategy (2011), SAD EOS 9 of the Sandwell Site Allocations and Delivery Development Plan Document (2012), Revised Residential Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document (2014)

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